Dig-Set-Spike Positional Practice
Controlled throw-and-catch drill practicing volleyball three-touch sequence (dig-set-spike) with positional awareness
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About This Activity
Controlled throw-and-catch drill practicing volleyball three-touch sequence (dig-set-spike) with positional awareness
Quick Info
moderate
16
6m x 12m per court (can run 2-3 courts simultaneously)
Equipment Required
Volleyball nets and posts
1 per 8 students
Volleyballs
1 per court (3-4 total)
Position markers (cones/spots)
6 per court showing positions 1-6
Court boundary markers
8 cones per court
Markers
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Volleyball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Progressive
Engaging
Skills
Throwing
Game Sense
Team Play
Catching
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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